1 Guldengroschen - William II 1502 front 1 Guldengroschen - William II 1502 back
1 Guldengroschen - William II 1502 photo
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1 Guldengroschen - William II

1502 year
Silver 28.96 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hessen (German States)
Landgrave
William II (1493-1509)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1502
Value
1 Guldengroschen = 68 Kreuzer
Currency
Guldengroschen
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.96 g
Diameter
39 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#196657
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Standing crowned figure of St. Elizabeth holding the a model of the Marburg church.

Script: Latin

Lettering: GLORIA:REI / PVBLICE: (Date).

Comment

Some sources state dates existing for 1504 and 1509 but none are known to exist.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Guldengroschen coin from the Landgraviate of Hessen is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letter "W" in the center, which represents the initial of the ruler, William II. This shield is placed above the coat of arms of the Landgraviate, adding an extra layer of detail and significance to the coin's design.